UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs. Khabilov Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs. Khabilov
United States
Main Card • Final
R4, 1:16
Performance of the Night
Russia
R3, 5:00
England
R2, 5:00
Brazil
R2, 3:36
Poland
R3, 2:31
Performance of the Night
R2, 1:52
Mexico
Prelims • Final
R3, 5:00
R3, 5:00
R3, 5:00
Fight of the Night
Guam
R3, 2:47
Early Prelims • Final
R2, 2:28
Official Event Results
$50k Bonus
$50k FOTN
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: Scott Jorgensen and Danny Martinez each received $50,000 for their high-paced 15-minute flyweight war on the preliminary card.
Performance of the Night: Benson Henderson claimed $50,000 for his fourth-round rear-naked choke submission victory over Rustam Khabilov in the main event.
Performance of the Night: Piotr Hallmann earned $50,000 for his third-round comeback rear-naked choke submission over lightweight pioneer Yves Edwards.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $45,000 | $45,000 | $50,000 | $140,000 | |
| LOSS | $17,000 | — | — | $17,000 | |
| WIN | $70,000 | $70,000 | — | $140,000 | |
| LOSS | $30,000 | $30,000^ | — | $60,000 | |
| WIN | $20,000 | $20,000 | — | $40,000 | |
| LOSS | $19,000 | — | — | $19,000 | |
| WIN | $32,000 | $32,000 | — | $64,000 | |
| LOSS | $19,000 | — | — | $19,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | $50,000 | $70,000 | |
| LOSS | $24,000 | — | — | $24,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $21,000 | — | — | $21,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $14,000 | — | — | $14,000 | |
| WIN | $10,000 | $10,000 | — | $20,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $26,000 | $26,000 | $50,000 | $102,000 | |
| LOSS | $8,000 | — | $50,000 | $58,000 | |
| WIN | $8,000 | $8,000 | — | $16,000 | |
| LOSS | $8,000 | — | — | $8,000 | |
| WIN | $8,000 | $8,000 | — | $16,000 | |
| LOSS | $8,000 | — | — | $8,000 |
*Disclosed purses reported by the New Mexico State Athletic Commission (NMSAC). ^Although not reflected in official commission paperwork, UFC President Dana White publicly awarded Ross Pearson his contractual $30,000 win bonus due to the widely disputed split decision verdict. Estimated totals include official post-fight bonus awards ($50,000 each).
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs. Khabilov
UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs. Khabilov marked the promotion’s first-ever live event in the state of New Mexico, drawing 8,775 spectators and generating a $697,901 live gate at Tingley Coliseum.
Diego Sanchez vs. Ross Pearson was voted the 2014 “Robbery of the Year” by Sherdog, MMA Fighting, and MMA Junkie after all 14 major media outlets scored every round for Pearson (30-27) despite Sanchez getting the split decision.
Following the widespread judging controversy in the co-main event, UFC President Dana White issued Ross Pearson his full $30,000 contractual win bonus, marking one of the rarest discretionary payouts in company history.
Benson Henderson snapped his multi-year submission drought by stopping Rustam Khabilov via rear-naked choke at 1:16 of Round 4, becoming one of only two lightweights to record a fourth-round submission finish in a UFC headliner.
Scott Jorgensen executed 10 successful takedowns against Danny Martinez, logging the second-most takedowns landed in a single flyweight bout in UFC history at the time.
Jon Tuck scored an exceptionally rare body-strike TKO victory over Jake Lindsey at 2:47 of Round 3 using repeated heel strikes to the rib cage while controlling his opponent’s back.
John Dodson landed a brutal head kick and flush knee that fractured John Moraga’s nose, forcing an official doctor’s stoppage at 5:00 of Round 2 in front of his hometown Albuquerque crowd.
Rafael dos Anjos rebounded from a loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov by stopping Jason High via second-round TKO, initiating a five-fight winning run that led directly to him winning the UFC Lightweight Championship in 2015.
Piotr Hallmann secured a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus by submitting veteran Yves Edwards via rear-naked choke at 2:31 of Round 3, capturing his second career promotional bonus award.
Despite Albuquerque’s mile-high elevation (5,312 feet above sea level), the 11-bout fight card yielded 7 finishes (4 KO/TKOs and 3 submissions), delivering a robust 63.6% finish rate.
After making his short-notice debut against Daniel Cormier, Patrick Cummins secured his first official Octagon victory by dominating Roger Narvaez en route to a second-round TKO at 2:28.
Scott Jorgensen and Danny Martinez engaged in a non-stop three-round duel featuring 296 total strike attempts and 10 takedowns, claiming consensus Fight of the Night honors.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs. Khabilov take place?
UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs. Khabilov took place on Saturday, June 7, 2014, at Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Who won the main event between Benson Henderson and Rustam Khabilov?
Former UFC Lightweight Champion Benson Henderson defeated Rustam Khabilov via rear-naked choke submission at 1:16 of Round 4, earning a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Why was Diego Sanchez vs. Ross Pearson considered so controversial?
Ross Pearson clearly outstruck Diego Sanchez in every single round and scored a second-round knockdown. All 14 major media outlets scored the fight 30–27 for Pearson, but judges awarded Sanchez a split decision (27–30, 30–27, 29–28), leading to it being voted the 2014 “Robbery of the Year.”
Did Ross Pearson receive his win bonus despite losing the decision?
Yes. Disgusted by the judges’ decision, UFC President Dana White confirmed that the UFC paid Ross Pearson his full $30,000 win bonus and would treat the bout internally as a victory.
Who won the post-fight bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs. Khabilov?
Four fighters received $50,000 post-fight bonuses: Scott Jorgensen vs. Danny Martinez took home Fight of the Night, while Benson Henderson and Piotr Hallmann received Performance of the Night bonuses.
How did John Dodson defeat John Moraga?
John Dodson won via TKO (doctor stoppage) at 5:00 of Round 2 after landing a flush knee that severely broke John Moraga’s nose, prompting the ringside physician to wave off the bout between rounds.
How did Rafael dos Anjos win his fight against Jason High?
Rafael dos Anjos defeated Jason High via TKO (punches) at 3:36 of Round 2, dropping High with a punch and finishing him on the canvas.
Why was Jason High released from the UFC following this event?
Frustrated by the stoppage in his bout against Rafael dos Anjos, Jason High shoved referee Kevin Mulhall. As a consequence of physically contacting an official, High was immediately released from his UFC contract.
What was the official attendance and gate for the event?
The event drew an official crowd of 8,775 fans with a live gate revenue of $697,901 at Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
How did Jon Tuck stop Jake Lindsey?
Jon Tuck won via TKO at 2:47 of Round 3 after landing heel strikes to Lindsey’s ribcage from back control, causing a rib injury and verbal submission.
How was the event broadcast?
The main card and preliminary card were broadcast live in the United States on Fox Sports 1, while early preliminary bouts streamed exclusively on UFC Fight Pass.
Who were the commentators for UFC Fight Night: Henderson vs. Khabilov?
The event was called cageside by play-by-play announcer Jon Anik and color analyst Kenny Florian, with Bruce Buffer introducing the athletes inside the Octagon.
How many fights finished inside the distance at this event?
Seven of the 11 fights ended inside the distance (4 KO/TKOs and 3 submissions), delivering an impressive 63.6% stoppage rate.
How did Piotr Hallmann defeat Yves Edwards?
Poland’s Piotr Hallmann rallied in the third round to submit veteran Yves Edwards via rear-naked choke at 2:31 of Round 3, earning Performance of the Night honors.
Did Patrick Cummins earn his first UFC win at this event?
Yes. Following his short-notice debut defeat to Daniel Cormier at UFC 170, Patrick Cummins dominated promotional newcomer Roger Narvaez, securing a second-round TKO (punches) at 2:28.
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